Role: Registered Veterinary Nurse
Location: Riverside Vets (Livingston, Armadale, Bathgate) (Scotland)
Salary: Up to £30,000 depending on experience
Hours: 38 hours per week, including 1 in 4 Saturdays (8:30am - 4:30pm)
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
Are you a passionate Registered Veterinary Nurse looking for a new role? If so, we
want to hear from you
We have an opportunity to join our established team working across our 3 practices. You'll be joining a team that offers the chance to further your experience, hone in on a particular skillset, and work in a supportive environment.
In this role, you will:
Provide high-quality nursing care to a variety of patients
Assist our Vets during surgical and medical procedures
Monitor and support the recovery of patients post-surgery
Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
Mentor and support your peers
Contribute to the efficient running of the practice, including inventory management and client communication
Support and run nursing clinics
You'll bring…
Must be RCVS registered or equivalent
A passion for animal care and welfare
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Why us
At Riverside Vets, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional veterinary care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Our team is dedicated to the well-being of our patients and the satisfaction of our clients. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our dynamic team.
Riverside Vets comprises of 3 practice sites, Livingston, Bathgate and Armadale. Our practices contain state-of-the-art equipment to assess, assist and treat your pet where necessary.
We have an established and experienced team of approximately 40 employees across our 3 sites, and our team are always on hand to give you any advice or information that you may require. We have a strong welcoming receptionist team who will ensure our clients are made to feel at home from the very moment they set foot in one of our practices or pick up the phone to us.
This role does require an RVN that can work across all 3 sites, which are within 25 minutes of each other.
Salary, hours and benefits
Salary to up to £30,000 depending on experience plus benefits.
38.5hrs per week plus 1 in 4 Saturdays. (Monday to Friday shifts are 8:30am – 6:30pm, and Saturdays are 8:30am – 4:30pm). We are very flexible and open to discussing shift patterns.
We currently have nurses with or working on certificates and would consider supporting a certificate for the right candidate.
Benefits:
Professional Development: Opportunities for further training and development, including leadership and management.
Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a friendly and dedicated team of professionals who share your passion for animal care.
Relocating? Let us know, as we can discuss a relocation package allowance
If you are interested in this role, please contact Practice Manager Mary Ward at or our Talent Acquisition Specialist Grace on
If you are ready to join us today, click "Apply Now".
There are many opportunities and pathways for Nurses within our wider group If you are looking to progress into leadership or management within a practice or perhaps something remote based, we can support you. We have recently launched "CVS Nursing Career Pathway" with the aim of demonstrating clear career progression for nurses across first opinion, referral and equine practices. You can have lifelong career here, regardless of what your current interest is Click here to find out more:
CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.